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Entry Level Paralegal/Legal Assistant with Native Korean Fluency

Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia

 

Position: Paralegal

 

Practice Area: Business Law

 

Type: Direct Hire

 

Posted: 5/1/2012

 

Job Code: 32250079

Leading global law firm whose values are based on its dedication to its clients is seeking an entry level Paralegal with native level Korean fluency to join its International Practice Group in Washington D.C. The native level Korean fluency Paralegal will work exclusively with the head Partner of the group and will assist with complex and high-profile international matters. Duties will include cite-checking, research, writing, document management, translation, client management, and other paralegal duties. This is a great opportunity for a candidate with strong academic credentials to utilize their language skills and gain experience in the legal field with a top tier firm.

Experience:
• 4 year BS/BA degree with strong academic credentials, May 2012 graduates and F-1 visa students who qualify for OPT visas are encouraged to apply.
• Native level Korean fluency is required (i.e. reading, writing and speaking).
• No legal experience is required, 0 - 2 years of paralegal experience in international, translations, and complex case management in a law firm or corporate in house setting are pluses.
• Experience and knowledge of cite-checking, research, writing, trial procedures, discovery, document production, and document management.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize changing priorities.
• Proven computer skills (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to work overtime and some travel may be required.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume in MS Word format to resumedh@specialcounsel.com

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